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Join us for our next Virtual Information Session. Learn about becoming a member of the Junior League of Northern Virginia, a dynamic group of women whose mission is to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training.&nbsp; We’ll discuss new member requirements, what being a League member looks like, and next steps. Click <a href="https://www.jlnv.org/membership/how-to-join/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here&nbsp;</a>to see how to join.
RSVP <a href="https://vms.ajli.org/?nd=vms_public_form&amp;form_id=1008235" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a><a href="https://vms.ajli.org/?nd=vms_public_form&amp;form_id=1008235" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">.</a>

Local Event: Virtual Information Session for Prospective Members

Loudoun County

Ashburn

Virginia

Virtual Information Session for Prospective...

Join us for our next Virtual Information Session. Learn about becoming a member of the Junior League of Northern Virginia, a...

Virtual Information Session for Prospective Members

Join us for our next Virtual Information Session. Learn about becoming a member of the Junior League of Northern Virginia, a dynamic group of women whose mission is to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training.&nbsp; We’ll discuss new member requirements, what being a League member looks like, and next steps. Click <a href="https://www.jlnv.org/membership/how-to-join/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here&nbsp;</a>to see how to join.
RSVP <a href="https://vms.ajli.org/?nd=vms_public_form&amp;form_id=1008315" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here.</a>

Junior League of Northern Virginia

Michelle Witte

Washington Metropolitan Area

Patch AM Team

Broadlands

Loudoun

Belmont

Loudoun Valley Estates

Brambleton

Lansdowne

Dulles Town Center

Countryside

Arcola

Oak Grove

Leesburg

Chapman DeMary Trail

Join us at the Chapman DeMary Trail on Sunday, June 28 to learn about Eastern bluebirds and walk to the bluebird trail that was installed for a Girl Scout Bronze Award project. At 1 p.m., we will walk from the Chapman DeMary Trail to the Suzanne R. Kane Nature Preserve where the bluebird boxes have been installed. Sign up online if you plan to join us: <a href="https://purcellvilleva.gov/881/Monthly-Nature-Walks" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://purcellvilleva.gov/881/Monthly-Nature-Walks</a>.
In 2025, Elaine Opinsky and Scarlett Baboval earned their Girl Scout Bronze Award by installing a bluebird trail. Learn about their project and why they selected it. This bluebird trail is part of the system of trails monitored by the Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy. One of their bluebird trail monitors will join the walk to provide details about the program, information about bluebirds, and the value of having these established trails. 
Here are some facts about Eastern Bluebirds from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology website:
<ul>
 <li>Eastern Bluebirds live in our area year-round.</li>
 <li>Eastern Bluebirds eat mostly insects, wild fruit and berries.</li>
 <li>Occasionally, Eastern Bluebirds have also been observed capturing and eating larger prey items such as shrews, salamanders, snakes, lizards and tree frogs.</li>
 <li>Bluebirds can sight their tiny prey items from 60 feet or more away. </li>
 <li>Blue in birds always depends on the light, and male bluebirds often look plain gray-brown from a distance. </li>
 <li>Eastern Bluebird populations fell in the early twentieth century as aggressive introduced species such as European Starlings and House Sparrows made available nest holes increasingly difficult for bluebirds to hold on to. In the 1960s and 1970s, establishment of bluebird trails and other nest-box campaigns alleviated much of this competition and Eastern Bluebird numbers have been recovering since.</li>
</ul>
Discover Nature’s Secrets is a monthly series of nature walks and environmental programs designed to inspire appreciation for the natural world. The program is hosted by the Purcellville Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, often in partnership with the Tree and Environment Sustainability Committee and the Purcellville Arts Council.

Local Event: Walk Purcellville's Bluebird Trail!

Walk Purcellville's Bluebird Trail!

Join us at the Chapman DeMary Trail on Sunday, June 28 to learn about Eastern bluebirds and walk to the bluebird trail that was...

Step into the playful spirit of Big with hopscotch and jump ropes —because growing up is optional, but having fun is mandatory.&nbsp;

Local Event: Movies And Events Under The Stars: BIG

Movies And Events Under The Stars: BIG

Step into the playful spirit of Big with hopscotch and jump ropes —because growing up is optional, but having fun is mandatory. 

National Harbor

Celebrate America's 250th birthday with a vibrant weekend of waterfront activities including a Veterans' Maker's Market, live music from the School of Rock, and boating fun on the Potomac. While there are no fireworks, families can enjoy shopping at Tanger National Harbor, a outdoor screening of Back to the Future, and a Super Hero Summer experience at Gaylord National Resort.

Local Event: July 4th Weekend At National Harbor

District of Columbia

Washington DC

District Of Columbia

July 4th Weekend At National Harbor

Celebrate America's 250th birthday with a vibrant weekend of waterfront activities including a Veterans' Maker's Market, live...

Gather the family and plan to spend the evening with us to celebrate Independence Day!&nbsp; Food trucks, face painting, giant inflatables and amusements beginning at 5:00 pm, along with tunes from DJ Bifocals.&nbsp; LIVE music from Loudoun Jazz Ensemble from 7:30 – 8:30 pm and the Sons of the American Revolution will lead a reading of the Declaration of Independence.&nbsp; Settle in for a spectacular FIREWORKS display beginning at 9:30 pm, accompanied by live music from the Loudoun Symphonic Winds.&nbsp; This is a FREE event. Parking is not guaranteed after 8:30 pm, so plan to arrive early, bring a picnic and enjoy the festivities. (From Franklinparkartscenter.org)Photo:&nbsp;Mark Nero/Patch

<a href="https://www.franklinparkartscenter.org/event/franklin-park-independence-day-celebration/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Events for May 2026 – Friends of Franklin Park Arts Center</a>

Local Event: Franklin Park Independence Day Celebration for the 250th: Purcellville

Purcellville

Franklin Park Independence Day Celebration for...

Gather the family and plan to spend the evening with us to celebrate Independence Day!  Food trucks, face painting, giant...

Franklin Park Independence Day Celebration for the 250th: Purcellville

Ida Lee Park, 60 Ida Lee Drive NW, Leesburg, VA 20176

Celebrate America’s big day at Ida Lee Park and enjoy a great night of music, food, fireworks, and fun!
Gates open at 6:00 pm and music starts at 6:30 pm, so be sure to arrive early and grab a spot for a full night of celebration.&nbsp;
Go Go Gadjet will take the stage to deliver premium live music entertainment. Their signature sound fuses the infectious rhythms of dance music with reimagined classics and today's hottest hits.
A full food court will be onsite with funnel cakes, ice cream, burgers, hot dogs, tacos, and so much more.
The biggest bang of the evening begins at 9:30 pm when the largest fireworks show in the region will light up the sky. Choreographed to patriotic music, this light show is not to be missed. (From Leesburgva.gov)
Photo:&nbsp;Mark Nero/Patch

<a href="https://www.leesburgva.gov/departments/parks-recreation/events/independence-day" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Independence Day Celebration | Town of Leesburg, Virginia</a>

Local Event:  Concert and Fireworks at Ida Lee Park: Leesburg

 Concert and Fireworks at Ida Lee Park: Leesburg

Celebrate America’s big day at Ida Lee Park and enjoy a great night of music, food, fireworks, and fun!
Gates open at 6:00 pm...

Studio Muse

A week of music, creativity, friendship, and all things Taylor Swift!
Monday, July 6th - Friday, July 10th 9:00AM - 12:30PM Daily
Swiftie Strings Summer Camp is a fun-filled week for beginner and intermediate violin, viola, and cello students who love Taylor Swift's music. Campers will learn and perform string arrangements inspired by Taylor Swift songs while making new friends and building confidence as musicians. Throughout the week, students will rehearse together, participate in music games and activities, create friendship bracelets, and prepare for a special performance for family and friends at the end of camp. No experience is necessary, and rental instruments are available for beginners. 
Tuition: $350
Extended Care Add-On: $200 (8:00AM - 3:30PM M-F daily)
Instrument Rental Add-On: $50 (Available for complete beginners who need an instrument for the week)It's your string era. Join us this summer. ✨

Local Event: Swiftie Strings Camp | July 6-10

Sterling

Swiftie Strings Camp | July 6-10

A week of music, creativity, friendship, and all things Taylor Swift!
Monday, July 6th - Friday, July 10th 9:00AM - 12:30PM...

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Virtual Information Session for Prospective Members

JUN

30

7:00 PM

Ashburn, VA

Virtual Information Session for Prospective Members

JUL

8

7:00 PM

Ashburn, VA

Walk Purcellville's Bluebird Trail!

Movies And Events Under The Stars: BIG

July 4th Weekend At National Harbor

Franklin Park Independence Day Celebration for the 250th: Purcellville

Concert and Fireworks at Ida Lee Park: Leesburg

Swiftie Strings Camp | July 6-10